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— Route · 14 days · one-way
Yacht charter route · Zadar

Zadar
via Kornati & Hvar.

Embark on a 14-day yacht charter from Zadar through Kornati, Hvar, Korčula & Vis, ending in Skradin. Explore hidden bays, historic islands & Adriatic island bliss.

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Sukošan
Day 1

Zadar → Island Žut

Twenty-five nautical miles south out of Zadar to Žut — the largest of the Kornati's outer islands, with quiet anchorages all around. Three small konobe operate seasonally; year-round population is zero.

Distance

15 NM

Sailing

~3h at 5 kn

— At a glance

Route at a glance

Best season
May – early October (peak Jun – Sep)
Duration
14 days · Sat – Sat
Departure
Zadar
Sailing area
Zadar

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Day-by-day journey

Named anchorages, restaurants, and route notes for every leg of the week — written by sailors who've actually run this passage.

Day 1 / 14
Sukošan
1
Day 1

Zadar → Island Žut

Start at Zadar, where the melodies of the Sea Organ float over Roman remains. Sail to Žut, a tough Kornati jewel where quiet in cerulean colors falls from rocks. Anchor at a secret cove and dive into water so pure it seems like flying. At a lone taverna, dine on brudet, fish stew, while the Adriatic breeze dances across olive groves the stars ignite.

Things to do

Anchor in Žut Bay

Hike up to lookout point

Snorkel sheltered shallows

Brudet fish stew at the konoba

Mooring tip

Restaurant moorings off Žut Bay — pay for dinner ashore and the buoy is included. Free anchoring further out on sand at 7-10 m.

Dugi otok
2
Day 2

Žut → Pantera Bay (Dugi Otok)

Go north to the wild center of Dugi Otok. Pantera Bay runs your boat between pebbled beaches and pine-covered rocks. Snorkel through underwater caverns, then climb to Veli Rat Lighthouse, whose white tower pierces a twilight-painted sky canvas. Feast under a star canopy on grilled squid, the water mumbling old stories.

Things to do

Climb Veli Rat lighthouse

Snorkel underwater caverns

Walk to Sakarun sandy beach

Grilled squid on the deck

Mooring tip

Free anchoring on sand at 5-8 m, sheltered from N/NE.

Kornati
3
Day 3

Pantera Bay → Vrulja Bay (Kornati NP)

Sail into Kornati's lunar domain, where islands are labyrinthically stitched together from stone walls. Drop anchor in Vrulja Bay, snorkel over shimmering coral gardens like underwater gems. Grill fresh fish on deck as sunset ballet by birds glows amber as dusk descends. The cliffs are glowing.

Things to do

Snorkel coral gardens

Hike up Metlina (237 m)

See the dry-stone walls of Kornat

Grill fresh fish on deck

Mooring tip

Pre-paid Park ticket on entry. Restaurant moorings off Vrulja — pay for dinner and the buoy is included.

Primosten
4
Day 4

Vrulja → Primošten

Race south toward Primošten, with its terracotta rooftops falling into the sea. Swim under the famous vineyard island, then enjoy Babić wine from a bar along a cliff. Wander cobbled lanes while fisherman repair nets; the port lights sparkle like ground-based constellations.

Things to do

Swim below Bucavac vineyard

Climb to St. George cliff church

Babić red wine tasting

Dinner at Konoba Mediteran

Mooring tip

Marina Kremik (1.5 nm south) is the standard berth — pre-book in summer.

Trogir
5
Day 5

Primošten → Trogir

Dock in Trogir, a stone labyrinth where Venetian palaces mumble secrets. See yourself in the sculpted portals of St. Lawrence Cathedral; then, cool off on the riva with lemon gelato. Kayak under Trakoščan Castle at evening, its reflection rippling in the moonlit canal.

Things to do

Tour UNESCO Cathedral of St. Lawrence

Climb the Kamerlengo fortress

Walk the medieval Riva

Lemon gelato in the cathedral square

Mooring tip

ACI Marina Trogir (Čiovo side) is the safe pre-book; town quay short-stay only.

Hvar
6
Day 6

Trogir → Hvar

Follow the horizon to Hvar, where boat-dotted bays melt lavender fields. After seeing sunset from Španjola Fortress, slide inside a secret konoba for lobster risotto. Let the glitz of Hvar Town enthrall you with sip rosemary-infused cocktails as DJ beats vibrate across old stone walls.

Things to do

Tour Hvar's St. Stephen Cathedral

Hike to Španjola Fortress at sunset

Day-cruise the Pakleni Islands

Cocktails at Hula-Hula sunset bar

Mooring tip

ACI Marina Palmižana on Sveti Klement (Pakleni Is., 2 nm) is the safest pre-book; Hvar town quay slots are first-come.

Korcula
7
Day 7

Hvar → Korčula

Sail to Korčula, supposedly the birthplace of Marco Polo. Follow herringbone streets to a rooftop bar for grk wine; Adriatic breezes have reduced the bitter edge. See the moreška sword dance at evening, a clashing display of love and battle older than the cobblestones.

Things to do

Visit Marco Polo's birthplace house

Climb the cathedral bell tower

Watch the moreška sword dance

Grk wine in the herringbone lanes

Mooring tip

ACI Marina Korčula is small — pre-book. Stari Grad on Hvar offers an alternative if Korčula is full.

Skrivena Luka
8
Day 8

Korčula → Skrivena Luka (Lastovo)

The "Hidden Harbor" of Lastovo gently cradles your yacht alone. Trekkers across pine forests to reach a mountaintop chapel, then plunge into quiet water to reflect the clouds. Feast on smoked pig in a farmhouse, rakija running as residents relate stories of pirate ghosts.

Things to do

Tour Skrivena Luka anchorage

Hike to Sušac lighthouse views

See the Lastovo poklad procession story

Smoked-pork dinner at a farmhouse

Mooring tip

Pre-paid Lastovo Nature Park ticket. Restaurant moorings in Skrivena Luka — pay for dinner ashore.

Komiza
9
Day 9

Skrivena Luka → Komiža (Vis)

Once restricted, sail to Vis today freely. Pastel cottages built by Komiža frame a bay where nets are repaired by fisherman. climb Hum Hill for sunset, then feast on komiška pogača, a savory anchovy pie, at a table caressed by sea spray.

Things to do

Day trip to the Blue Cave

Climb Hum Hill at sunset

Komiška pogača anchovy pie

Tour the Vis Fishing Museum

Mooring tip

Komiža harbour is short-stay only; pre-book ACI Marina Vis (other side of the island) for a safer overnight.

Zlarin
10
Day 10

Komiža → Zlarin

The “Coral Island,” Zlarin welcomes you with car-free calm. Search for red coral in shallow seas, then meander alleyways dotted with craft stores. Sip loza rakija on a seat sun-warmed, the smell of pine and salt weaving memories. Zlarin harbour quay is short-stay; anchor outside the bay on sand at 5-7 m. Plan to tour the Coral Centre museum, walk car-free island paths, shop a coral workshop.

Things to do

Tour the Coral Centre museum

Walk car-free island paths

Shop a coral workshop

Loza rakija on the harbour bench

Mooring tip

Zlarin harbour quay is short-stay; anchor outside the bay on sand at 5-7 m.

Krka
11
Day 11

Zlarin → Skradin (Krka NP)

Wander inland beside the Krka River, where waterfalls howl like dragons. Swim under the cascades of Skradinski Buk, then picnic on Pag cheese under dappled shadow. By night, eat in the medieval square of Skradin, where fireflies dance above stone arches.

Things to do

Boat transfer up to Skradinski Buk

Walk Skradin medieval lanes

Cycle a Krka park trail

Dalmatian prosciutto picnic

Mooring tip

ACI Marina Skradin sits at the river mouth. Pre-book in July-August.

Tijat
12
Day 12

Skradin → Tijat

Anchor at Tijat, an island with time stopped. Kayak across mangroves; afterward, snooze in hammocks hung between olive trees. The only sound the lap of waves and your own heartbeat when evening gilds the bay grill sardines on deck. Free anchoring on sand and seagrass at 5-8 m. No services — stock up at Skradin or Šibenik. Plan to kayak the offshore islets, snorkel sheltered shallows, hammock between olive trees. asy 8 nm back down the river and along the coast to Tijat — a tiny uninhabited island in the Šibenik archipelago, surrounded by pine-clad islets. Quiet anchorage day, no facilities ashore.

Things to do

Kayak the offshore islets

Snorkel sheltered shallows

Hammock between olive trees

Grill sardines on the deck

Mooring tip

Free anchoring on sand and seagrass at 5-8 m. No services — stock up at Skradin or Šibenik.

Murter
13
Day 13

Tijat → Murter

Get back to Murter, the Kornati gateway. After swimming on the golden sand of Claim Slanica Beach, indulge in pasticada—slow-cooked beef—at a vine-dressed bar. Allow the clink of wine glasses to complement far-off accordion melodies. Marina Hramina or Marina Betina (both within 1 nm of Murter Town) — pre-book in summer. Plan to swim sandy Slanica Beach, tour the Murter ethno museum, walk the Tisno bridge.

Things to do

Swim sandy Slanica Beach

Tour the Murter ethno museum

Walk the Tisno bridge

Pašticada beef stew at a vine konoba

Mooring tip

Marina Hramina or Marina Betina (both within 1 nm of Murter Town) — pre-book in summer.

Zadar
14
Day 14

Murter → Zadar

Sail homeward, stopping to plunge into Molat's "Moon Craters." Go back to Zadar as the greeting to the sun sparkles with bright energy. Maraschino liquor will help you toast your voyage; the murmurs of the Adriatic suggest just the beginning.

Things to do

Final swim in Pašman coves

Walk the Roman Forum

Watch Greeting to the Sun show

Maraschino tasting at Skoblar

Mooring tip

Marina Zadar (Borik) is the standard charter berth. Confirm fuel slot 24h ahead.

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